Review of The Thin Man (1934) by Michael C — 27 Jan 2010
This movie was uber-cool, and the two stars of the film (William Powell and Myrna Loy) deserve all of the credit for it's awesomeness. As a playful couple who decide to solve a murder sheerly for their own amusement.
Powell drinks, fight and outwits the others in the film, with a swagger and delivery that makes you actually jealous that his level of cconfidence and wit is so prevalent. Loys also dead on as his wife, a woman with spunk, and their scenes together reveal terrific chemistry throughout.
they always seem in control in any scenario where both is involved. Good lighting and direction two, but it is the performances and amazing script and dialogue that make the film a classic. Every inch of this film has iconic, comedic moments: their hilarious dog, whose humor ranges from screwball to racy, the comic timing of Myrna Loy in response to her husband's outrageously witty delivery, the endlessly quotable lines, this film is bursting at the seams with fun.
If you haven't gotten to spend time with Nick and Nora Charles, you are cheating yourself.
This review of The Thin Man (1934) was written by Michael C on 27 Jan 2010.
The Thin Man has generally received very positive reviews.
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